With legalization, the cannabis market is rapidly expanding and the drive seems to be, in large part, to health and wellness, not getting high. This has meant an increased demand for no THC or low-THC edibles. read more

Cannabis has influenced artists for centuries. With expanding cannabis legalization spreading across the United States and other nations including Canada, we're psyched to see more and more artists publicly embracing their cannabis usage. Using weed as a medium—whether as pure depiction or manipulating the actual plant—has been a natural part of that evolution. Meet four artists who have tapped cannabis as their muse. read more

As we head into the heart of wildfire season (August-September), growers in California are on high alert after the disastrous wildfires of 2015, 2017, and 2018. Julia Jacobson and her husband Samuel Ludwig of Aster Farms lost their cannabis crop in the Mendocino Complex Fire last year. “If you live in California, the wildfires will touch you in some way, somehow, at some point. As much as you can prepare, there is no way to truly anticipate what the experience is like, how terrifying nature can be.” read more

We'll take any good reason to barbecue: the chance to kick back with friends, the time spent outdoors taking in nature, and the depth of flavor in a slow-cooked meat. We know tasty bud makes any gathering a more memorable experience—but especially when it's added to the food. read more

Since the 2018 Farm Bill passed, hemp production has increased across the country—from 25,713 acres in 2017 to 78,176 acres in 2018—according to a crop report from Washington-based Vote Hemp. While that’s exciting news, this surge in hemp cultivation has caused worries among marijuana growers about cross-pollination, a natural process that can reduce the potency of a female plant’s cannabinoids. How have policymakers and regulators addressed this problem? With a few exceptions, not at all, or with great hesitancy. Figuring out what’s happening and who’ll take care of this issue has caused paralysis in many states. read more

You’ve been thinking about growing cannabis but the idea of growing indoors, without the sun, seems absurd. On the other hand, you’re pretty sure the unpredictability of Mother Nature will give you an ulcer. You also have nosy neighbors who might gasp at the sight and smell of cannabis. What to do? A greenhouse might be the solution. Greenhouse agriculture is an effective way to produce high quality, high yield cannabis with a minimal carbon footprint. When properly cured, greenhouse cannabis can last more than a year. see more

Despite its hippie associations and "all-natural" branding, the cannabis industry has been using pesticides for decades. Legal cannabis was supposed to bring pesticides to safe levels but that doesn't necessarily mean consumers will be safe from the negative effects of pesticides — especially since state inspection programs aren't fool-proof, and there is little research on how inhaling pesticides, clinging onto marijuana bud, affect your health. see more

You’ve done the research and, along with your medical professional, have decided that medical cannabis is a great option for you. But you’re concerned… There’s a certain lack of control that’s implied by the notion of getting “high,” and that doesn’t work well with your goals or your life. How can you get the benefits of medical cannabis while skipping the high? read more

The rumor that more older people are using cannabis is true. That’s according to a study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence in 2018 that suggests increasing numbers of middle-aged and older adults are using cannabis. Based on data gathered in the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) from 2015 and 2016, researchers found that about 9 percent of U.S. adults between ages 50 and 64 used marijuana in the previous year and 3 percent of people over 65 used the drug in that same time period. see more

As more states legalize, one highly-charged subject is whether cannabis use among teens will increase. One theory goes that legalization will make cannabis more available to teens and, therefore, more likely to be consumed — especially when it comes in the form of edibles like candies and baked goods. But in fact, in Colorado, the first state to have passed legalization, teen cannabis use has not increased. see more

Aliza Sherman, an entrepreneur, internet pioneer and feminist community builder, has started many new ventures in her life. Her latest venture, founded with Ashley Kingsley and Melissa Pierce, is a startup called Ellementa — a cannabis wellness network and resource. read more

Initiative 502 legalized marijuana use for adults in Washington state, but there are still restrictions to be aware of, especially work-related regulations. Consuming in the privacy of your home is legal, but using cannabis at work is another story. see more

Today, cannabidiol, or CBD, has become such a trendy health ingredient that you can find it in a wide range of products like coffee, ice cream, and even dog food. With this ascension of CBD, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has been demonized as the compound that gets you high. But many researchers support whole plant therapy medicine that includes THC. read more

Dispensary email marketing is a great tool for sharing your blog posts, dispensary events, and more. A quality dispensary newsletter can help you inform your audience and drive them to your website, which will hopefully lead to a sale. You should already be collecting emails with your loyalty program—and if you aren’t, it’s time to start! see more

The Maryland medical cannabis program has grown in leaps and bounds since its start on December 1, 2017. At that time, less than 18,000 patients were registered and only eight dispensaries were open. The Maryland market now counts nearly 52,000 patients going to 71 dispensaries. read more

Waiting in line is always aggravating, but even more so if you’re a medical patient experiencing pain or are on a tight schedule. One solution that has been tried in many industries—from banks to fast food to grocery stores—is automatic kiosks. read more

As we’ve written before, CBD may be the most talked-about subject in the entire world of cannabis. And CBD oil has sparked a movement all its own—asking many to wonder what the right CBD oil dosage is. CBD, of course, is the second most-prevalent cannabinoid, or “active ingredient” in the cannabis plant. read more

Cannabidiol (CBD)—a cannabinoid in the cannabis plant— has become the hot new product in states that have legalized medical marijuana. In some states, you can even find it on the shelves of health food stores, in cafes and yoga studios, even in bars with promises of health and well being. The truth about CBD is that scientific evidence hasn’t yet caught up to anecdotal evidence and stories. read more

The first five days of Massachusetts legalization of recreational cannabis still went beyond what many industry analysts anticipated. Between only two licensed dispensaries statewide, customers purchased more than $4.8 million worth of cannabis products. Here are a few ways dispensaries can educate East Coast consumers about the wonderful world of cannabis. read more

Iowa is now allowing limited medicinal uses of cannabidiol at five dispensaries. Medical marijuana has been legal in Iowa since 2014, but this is the first time stores are opening up. This post gives a step-by-step guide for how to do that and promotes one of those dispensaries—Have a Heart in Davenport, Iowa. read more

I recently went to Candlelight Ganja Flow—a hatha yoga class that incorporates cannabis. There are few ganja yoga classes in Boston so I had to check it out. The combination of yoga and cannabis seems like a no-brainer, even to a novice cannabis consumer like me. I know from experience that both can bring us more into the present and produce deep relaxation. That was exactly my experience. read more